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Larne RNLI rescues four divers after engine failure near West Maiden Lighthouse
Photos: Jason Bain / RNLI Larne Larne RNLI launched its all-weather lifeboat on Saturday afternoon (9 November) to assist four divers stranded after their rib suffered engine failure off the County Antrim coast. The volunteer crew launched the Dr John McSparran lifeboat at 1.47pm at the request of HM Coastguard, after one of the divers onboard the rib raised the alarm. Coxswain Barry Kirkpatrick, Mechanic Scott Leitch, and crew members Jordan McIlhinney, Catherine Lee, Ross
Nov 9


Larne RNLI launches to yacht in difficulty in Browns Bay
Larne Lifeboat Dr John McSparran (Image: Jason Bain/RNLI Larne) The volunteer crew of Larne RNLI launched their all-weather lifeboat Dr John McSparran on Friday afternoon (7 November) following reports of a yacht in difficulty off the County Antrim coast. At 1.26pm, HM Coastguard requested the launch after a crew member onboard the yacht raised the alarm. Conditions at the time were described as fine, with light winds and calm seas. Among those responding was volunteer crew m
Nov 8


New £2.7m Shannon Class Lifeboat set to join Larne RNLI fleet
The bell ringing ceremony for the Larne RNLI Shannon class all-weather lifeboat Machiko Nancy 13-58 at the All-Weather Lifeboat Centre in Poole. The ceremony was attended by donor Michael Cameron and several crew members from Larne lifeboat station. (Images: Nathan Williams) A new Shannon class lifeboat is on its way to Larne RNLI, marking the beginning of a new era in lifesaving for the coastal community after 25 years of dedicated service from its outgoing Trent class lifeb
Oct 21


Larne RNLI rescues fishing boat near Muck Island
All-weather lifeboat towing casualties back to safety of Ballylumford Harbour (Image: Jack Healy/RNLI) The volunteer crew of Larne RNLI...
Sep 28


Larne RNLI rescue fishing boat near Portmuck on Antrim coast
Larne RNLI (Image: Jason Bain/RNLI) The volunteer crew of Larne RNLI launched their lifeboats on Thursday afternoon (25 September) after...
Sep 25


Swimmer rescued by Larne RNLI near Ballygally Beach in first shout for new Coxswain
RNLI crews pictured off the Larne coast, County Antrim. (Image: Jason Bain/RNLI) Volunteer lifeboat crews from Larne RNLI launched a...
Sep 24


Larne RNLI rescues three people off Antrim coast.
Larne RNLI came to the aid of three people after their Rib suffered engine failure four and a half miles off the Larne coast on Thursday...
Sep 6


RNLI Red Bay Lifeboat volunteer crew assists stricken yacht off Rathlin Island
On the tow: RNLI Redbay towing the stricken vessel to Ballycastle Harbour, on the Antrim coast. It was a busy weekend for the volunteer...
Aug 24


RNLI issues safety warning after multiple rescues at County Down beach
RNLI Lifeguard Emmy Torrens RNLI lifeguards were kept busy on Cranfield Beach, County Down, on Saturday (16 August) after warm weather...
Aug 19


RNLI lifeguards rescue 11 teenagers from flash rip current at Portrush East Strand
RNLI Lifeguards Oliver Knox, Cameron Leighton & Paul Richmond RNLI lifeguards in Portrush have been praised for their swift actions after...
Aug 17


RNLI lifeguard marks 18th birthday with dramatic sea rescue on Portstewart Strand
RNLI lifeguard Cohan Currie-Laverty An RNLI lifeguard celebrating his 18th birthday became a lifesaving hero on Wednesday afternoon (7...
Aug 8


RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones rescues bodyboarder in 9ft surf at Portrush
RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones RNLI praises swift response as lifeguard Eva Jones aids bodyboarder caught in 9ft surf and strong winds An RNLI...
Aug 6


Larne RNLI issues coastal warning as Storm Floris forecast to bring up to 85mph winds
As Storm Floris lashes parts of the UK with wind speeds reaching up to 85mph, Larne RNLI has issued a stark safety warning to the public,...
Aug 4


Portrush RNLI seeks new shop manager to support lifesaving efforts
Portrush RNLI is inviting applications for the position of Shop Manager as it looks to strengthen its retail team and continue raising...
Aug 1


Larne RNLI rescues two after jet ski breaks down on Antrim coast
Two people were rescued on Saturday afternoon (26 July) by Larne RNLI after their jet ski broke down and began drifting towards rocks at...
Jul 28


Portrush RNLI rescues ill casualty from vessel 10 miles offshore
Portrush RNLI launched its all-weather lifeboat (ALB) on Saturday afternoon (19 July) following reports of a person taken ill on a vessel...
Jul 19


Portrush RNLI launches to reports of dinghy in difficulty off Benone
Images: John Lynn Portrush RNLI launched its all-weather lifeboat (ALB) on Monday evening (14 July) following several reports of two...
Jul 14


Two paddleboarders rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand
Lifeguards Ellen Gibbons and Oran Clyde Two paddleboarders were dramatically rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand on...
Jul 14


Larne RNLI launches lifeboats to assist stranded speedboats at Ballylumford
Volunteer crews from Larne RNLI responded to an emergency call on Saturday afternoon (13 July) after two speedboats experienced engine...
Jul 14


Portrush RNLI responds to missing child alert and medical emergency at Benone Beach
Portrush RNLI returning to station Sunday afternoon. Image: Launch Authority Wes Moore Portrush RNLI’s volunteer crew were called into...
Jul 13
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